L. Fernandez comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -2.9, meaning L. Fernandez has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving L. Fernandez vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

V. Mboko has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -7.2 to 31.8, with at least one match where V. Mboko was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.4/10, leaving V. Mboko vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.